CP BATH FITTINGS

A bath fitting is a faucet device used for delivering water from a plumbing system. These faucets provide water control to the user in Bathing & Washbasin areas. With the help of these fixtures we can control flow of water, pressure of water and temperature of water while bathing & hand or face washing, brushing shaving etc. Certain technologies like quarter turn fittings, Single levers, Thermostatic fittings enhance the control & comfort of water usage.

It can consist of the following components: spout, handle(s), lift rod, cartridge, aerator, mixing chamber, and water inlets. When the handle is turned on, the valve opens and controls the water flow adjustment under any water or temperature condition. The faucet body is usually made of brass, though die-cast zinc and chrome-plated plastic are also used.

The majority of residential faucets are single or dual-control cartridge faucets. Some single-control types use a metal or plastic core, which operates vertically. Others use a metal ball, with spring-loaded rubber seals recessed into the faucet body. The less expensive dual-control faucets contain nylon cartridges with rubber seals. Some faucets have a ceramic-disc cartridge that is much more durable.

Faucets must comply with water conservation laws. In the United States, bath basin faucets are now limited to 2 gal (7.6 L) of water per minute, while tub and shower faucets are limited to 2.5 gal (9.5 L).

Different Types of Bathroom Fittings

Decorating your bathroom with different types of bathroom fittings is as important as decorating rest of your home. It speaks a volume about your personality. Looks are as much importance as the functional side of your bathroom. Whether you have renovated your home recently or bought a new home, after getting everything sorted out, do not try to overlook the importance of bathroom fittings that can provide your bathroom with a finished plush look. Nowadays assorted range of bathroom fittings are available that can suit any type of budget. Let us look at some of the available options:

Types and Styles of Taps

Taps are generally available in a wide variety of materials such as chrome, brass, stainless steel, gold and nickel. The most commonly used tap styles are crosshead and lever taps. The various types of taps include pedestal taps, wall mounted taps, double and single lever taps, etc.

Types of Bathroom Taps

Pillar Taps

Used on washbasins or counters. Has a vertical inlet. Combinations of two taps desired of both hot & cold water required. It is very effective in low water pressure conditions and also popular in areas of moderate climate.

This style is the most traditional design and it will fit classic and contemporary bathrooms alike. It’s also the easiest tap to install. Pillar taps are meant for baths and basins with two tap holes. The fixture has a pair of separate pillars for hot and cold water. Pillar taps are possibly the most common style of tap (particularly in the UK). They are individual taps that have their own valves to control the flow of water and fit into bath and basins that have two tap holes, one for the hot tap and one for the cold tap.

Bib Tap

Bib tap is a single faucet installed on wall having horizontal inlet; it can either give hot or cold water. Generally used as combination of two taps for hot & cold. It is installed at a height of 1145 mm from the floor in the bathing area. Long bib is used in bathing area & short bib near water closet. It is very effective in Indian conditions of low pressure & water scarcity.

Freestanding Tap

This tap design rises up from the worktop or the floor. It’s often used in a traditional bathroom but could also work in a contemporary bathroom. Freestanding tap is best for roll-top baths as well as countertop basins.

Deck Tap

This tap design features two handles with a single spout, The deck taps are smaller than freestanding or mixer tap and sits very low and flat along the rim of the bath.

Deck taps have two separate tap handles but the water will come through a single spout. The difference between Monobloc and deck taps is that deck taps are smaller and sit low and flat along the rim of the bath. Deck taps tend to create a more traditional but simple look for a bathroom but require a high hot and cold water pressure due to the fact that it is a mixer tap. Deck mounted taps are attached to the bath or basin using tap holes that have been drilled into the rim. They are the most common type of taps as they offer the easiest access for plumbing and pipes to lead the water into the tub or basin.

Monobloc Tap

This tap style dispenses both cold and hot water. The taps are typically curved or straight depending on the handle type. This design is perfect for minimalist and contemporary bathrooms. Monobloc taps can be fitted alongside a variety of different handles, including levers and capstans (more of which will be discussed further in the guide). Taps of this nature are known as ‘mixer’ taps.

Mixer Tap

Mixer tap features either a single or two handles on both sides of a single spout. The hot and cold water is mixed into the body of the top. You can control the water flow and temperature using the single or separate handles. This bathroom tap is best for homes with high water pressure.

Mixer taps are being used more and more in recent years, they are sometimes referred to as Monobloc taps when they only use one tap hole. They mix the hot and cold water together just as it leaves the faucet, giving you an even temperature before it reaches the tub or basin. This means that the risk of running scolding or freezing water is greatly reduced.

Shower Mixer Tap

This is an excellent tap for those who have a standalone shower or those who want more control over the water flow. Shower mixer tap is also one of the most affordable of all types of bathroom taps. Essentially, the shower is connected over a telephone-style tap. The showerhead is hung over the bath via a wall bracket. This tap design is perfect for households with kids.

Bath/Shower taps are a mixture a bath fillers and a hand held shower head that stretches from the tap, allowing you to wet your entire body. They are useful for having an all in one tap that can both fill your bath and wash your body all over as a shower. Not ideal for basins.

Wall Mounted Taps

In the Wall mounted taps are, as they say on the tin, mounted to the wall and reach out to fill the bath tub or basin. This is a more contemporary style and makes it easy to clean but harder to repair as all the plumbing is hidden wall.

Floor Mounted Taps

Floor mounted taps are the most recent development for bath taps and instead of hiding any pipes or plumbing like a wall or deck mounted tap would, they are actually exposed from the floor up to the tub. They also mean that the bath tub can be placed anywhere in the bathroom as long as the plumbing can be redirected to that area.

Bath Filler Taps

Filler taps a very similar to mixer taps as they also mix both hot and cold water before leaving the faucet. They generally incorporate two handles or levers to control flow and temperature, which is ideal for finding the perfect temperature of water when filling the tub or basin. They also do not need a high water pressure to be used.

Integrated Overflow Taps

This is where the overflow (the bit where excess water goes if you leave the taps on unattended) also doubles up as a tap, normally a circular shape which is twisted to mix hot and cold. These can also be tied in with wall mounted taps, so you can control the overflow filler from across the room!If you’re looking for a touch of the traditional in your bathroom we have recently introduced a range of taps from the well-established manufacturers Burlington. Their design takes influences from Victorian, Edwardian and Georgian eras yet have all been built to the same high standards as is applied to today’s modern products. They include mixers, pillars and bath/shower taps to suit.